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Planning to study in Malta for more than 90 days? You will usually need to apply for a Malta Student National Visa. The official checklist is issued by Identità’s Central Visa Unit.
Malta Student Visa Requirements
- Completed and signed visa application form
- Valid passport with at least 10 months’ validity
- One passport photo according to ICAO standards
- VFS appointment letter
- Application submitted at least 9 weeks before the course start date
- School enrolment letter from a Maltese institution
- Proof of course payment, such as receipt or invoice
- Bank statement for the last 3 months
- Recent bank certificate showing sufficient funds
- Funds equal to at least 75% of Malta’s national minimum wage for each month of study
- Sponsor documents, if applicable
- Copy of international bank card to be used in Malta
- Medical and travel insurance valid for the Schengen area
- Minimum insurance cover of €30,000
- Flight itinerary showing applicant name, travel dates and stops
- Proof of accommodation for at least the first 14 nights in Malta
- Additional documents for minors, including birth certificate, parents’ passports and consent letter
- Visa fees payable by card
What the School Enrolment Letter Should Include
- Institution name as registered with MFHEA
- Full course name
- MQF level
- Number of ECTS
- Course duration
- Full-time or part-time status
- Course holidays or hiatus periods
- Weekly course hours and contact hours
- Lecture address in Malta
Accommodation Evidence Accepted
Applicants may provide one of the following:
- School accommodation letter
- Registered lease agreement
- Host declaration signed and stamped by a lawyer or notary
- Hotel, short-term rental or vacation rental booking for at least 14 nights
Can Students Work in Malta?
Students on courses exceeding 90 days may be allowed to work, subject to Jobsplus conditions. In general, eligible students may work up to 20 hours per week, and some students can only start working after the first 3 months of study.
Important Notes
- CVU preliminary clearance does not guarantee visa approval.
- Applicants may still be interviewed or asked for additional documents.
- Schools may be required to report attendance and progress to Maltese authorities.
Before applying, students should always check the latest official checklist from Identità or the relevant visa application centre, as visa rules and fees can change.
